September – Delay No More-Celebrate September’s “Fight Procrastination Day”

Why do we put off until tomorrow what we can do today? Because it’s so darn easy to delay! Follow these simple steps, and you’ll conquer procrastination before you can say, “I’ll do it later.”

Make a list of all your current projects. Which ones have been outstanding the longest? Are they still really essential? If the answer is, “Not really,” then take them off your list. For some of the remaining tasks, delegate to family, friends, or co-workers if possible.

If you are simply overwhelmed by the enormity of the task, break it down into small steps. Assign each step to a different day on your calendar and make yourself accountable. Even if you can grab ten minutes here and there, you’ll see progress toward completing a large project.

If there is a project that you absolutely must get done today, do whatever it takes to forge on. Spend a little money to hire a babysitter or order takeout if that will keep you working.

Work with your daily rhythms and habits. If you’re a morning person, take advantage of the early hours to tackle your most difficult jobs. Likewise, nightowls might accomplish more after the rest of the house is quiet and asleep.

If you can’t seem to motivate yourself, grab a partner. Sometimes just the camaraderie of a friend can push you through a tough job. If you need a really neutral, non-judgmental assistant to guide you through, consider contacting your professional organizer.

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